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As a registered psychotherapist (qualifying) based in Toronto, I offer counselling for individuals and couples from all walks of life. My approach is influenced by several therapeutic orientations, including CBT, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and Existential Therapy, allowing me to provide a personalized and effective treatment for each client.

A little about me: I was born in Denmark, spent my formative years in Alberta, and now live in Toronto. I love them all. My partner and I have two Whippets, an Italian Greyhound, a white cat and a calico cat. Needless to say that the soft centre of my heart beats for animals. Also, I love country music, opera, running, reading, and Indian food - but not all at the same time.

About you: Your story is unique and important, and I am here to help you navigate through it. I am dedicated to creating a safe, brave, and supportive space for your healing journey. Your well-being is my priority, and together, we can work towards a healthier and happier you.

I support all ages, abilities, ethnicities, cultures, backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities.

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Justin La Rose earned a Masters in Clinical Psychology at the Adler Graduate Professional School. He completed his clinical training at the McMaster Student Wellness Clinic, the Glendon Counselling Services at York University and an Outpatient Clinic at St. Joseph’s Healthcare in Hamilton. He has previously served as a staff psychotherapist at York University. Justin provides therapy to adolescents, adults, and couples. His background and training have shaped his interest in promoting improved psychological health, interpersonal functioning and wellness. With compassion and understanding, he works with clients to help them build on their strengths and attain personal goals.

His areas of clinical interest include working with clients presenting with anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic disorder, depression, stress management, interpersonal and relationship difficulties, and borderline personality disorder. Justin’s theoretical orientation draws heavily from CBT, DBT, Mindfulness and psychodynamic traditions, although he offers an integrative and personalized approach tailored to each client.

Justin is described as a “talented therapist” and CBT-trained psychotherapist with over 15 years of clinical and research experience in psychology. Currently, Justin is in the process of satisfying the requirements to become a member of the College of Psychologists of Ontario and his practice is supervised by Dr. Paul Kelly, a licensed Clinical Psychologist.

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My favourite teacher used to say “once you know a person’s story, everything they do makes sense.” I have learned that in my life and in the Master of Art in Counselling Psychology program at Yorkville University.

Now, I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). This means I am a registrant of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and am legally allowed to provide the controlled act of psychotherapy in Ontario and in unregulated provinces (this excludes Quebec, PEI, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia) while receiving clinical supervision.

I am lucky enough to be supervised by Justin La Rose, MCP at his practice, La Rose Counselling Services. Previously, I worked in media for a decade and earned by Bachelor of Journalism from Toronto Metropolitan University.

My counselling approach combines psychodynamic, Internal Family Systems, humanistic, solution-focused modalities viewed through a biopyschosocial lens. So what does all that mean? I will be asking about your sleep, your nutrition, how your life is peopled as well as life experiences you are comfortable sharing. This allows me to holistically craft a treatment plan tailored to you as a whole person, not a diagnosis. I am especially passionate about supporting parents, couples and people navigating a big change but see people from across the lifespan and from all walks of life. I am currently in the certificate program at Canadian Perinatal Mental Health Training and integrate my Gottman Institute Level 1 training for my work with couples.

I am always reading a new book, usually without finishing the last, and usually about human psychology, social science, parenting or permaculture. I live with my husband, our two little ones and our lab in a 175-year-old cottage.

My first priority is to make you feel safe- no matter your background, religion, skin colour and who (and how) you love. Everyone is welcome and wholly accepted.

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In my journey as a cognitive behavioral therapist, I have witnessed the transformative power of empathy, understanding, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions. My approach is rooted in fostering a safe and collaborative therapeutic alliance where clients can explore their challenges, uncover the roots of their struggles, and develop practical strategies for positive change. I also have a background as a registered Kinesiologist and Yoga teacher and enjoy the opportunity to assist clients in their pursuit of wholistic well being, incorporating breathing, mindfulness and behavioural mapping for wellness strategies.

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I work with couples who are struggling with conflicts in their relationship. Maybe you and your partner are stuck in a cycle of not seeing eye to eye on issues that is damaging your relationship. Perhaps you are struggling getting your needs met and feel unheard. Maybe when you try to express your needs it leads to hostile and avoidant behaviours. If you feel really stuck in your relationship, I hear you. You are really trying to make things work but you are not sure where to start.

I focus on helping clients improve their communication patterns and help both sides understand the underlying needs each partner has. I believe it is important to discuss our needs in a safe environment to help address the conflicts that are harming your relationship. Relationships are tough and I do not believe that your conflicts should define them.

Reaching out to someone can be tough and sometimes things can seem so tough in your life you just want to give up. I believe seeking help is the first step to help improving ourselves individually as well as our relationships. Feel free to book a consultation with me and we can determine how to best tailor the therapy to suit your needs.

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